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{% extends "conduct/base.html" %}
{% load i18n %}

{% block title %}{% translate "Django Code of Conduct" %}{% endblock %}

{% block og_title %}{% translate "Django Code of Conduct" %}{% endblock %}
{% block og_description %}{% translate "Some ground rules for the community" %}{% endblock %}

{% block content %}

  {% url 'conduct_reporting' as reporting_url %}
  {% url 'conduct_faq' as faq_url %}

  <h1>{% translate "Django Code of Conduct" %}</h1>

  <h2 id="our-pledge">
    {% translate "Our Pledge" %} <a class="plink" href="#our-pledge">¶</a>
  </h2>

  <p>
    {% blocktranslate trimmed %}
      We pledge to make our community welcoming, safe, and equitable for all.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>
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      We are committed to fostering an environment that respects and promotes the dignity,
      rights, and contributions of all individuals, regardless of characteristics including
      race, ethnicity, caste, color, age, physical characteristics, neurodiversity,
      disability, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation,
      language, philosophy or religion, national or social origin, socio-economic position,
      level of education, or other status. The same privileges of participation are
      extended to everyone who participates in good faith and in accordance with
      this Covenant.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h2 id="encouraged-behaviors">
    {% translate "Encouraged Behaviors" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#encouraged-behaviors">¶</a>
  </h2>

  <p>
    {% blocktranslate trimmed %}
      While acknowledging differences in social norms, we all strive to meet our community's
      expectations for positive behavior. We also understand that our words and actions may
      be interpreted differently than we intend based on culture, background, or native
      language.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>
    {% blocktranslate trimmed %}
      With these considerations in mind, we agree to behave mindfully toward each other and
      act in ways that center our shared values, including:
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <ul class="simple">
    <li>
      {% blocktranslate trimmed %}
        Respecting the <strong>purpose of our community</strong>, our activities, and our ways of gathering.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        Engaging <strong>kindly and honestly</strong> with others.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
      {% blocktranslate trimmed %}
        Respecting <strong>different viewpoints</strong> and experiences.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Taking responsibility</strong> for our actions and contributions.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        Gracefully giving and accepting <strong>constructive feedback</strong>.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        Committing to <strong>repairing harm</strong> when it occurs.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        Behaving in other ways that promote and sustain the <strong>well-being of our
          community</strong>.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
  </ul>

  <p>
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      <strong>Impact matters more than intent.</strong> Even when harm is unintentional,
      we are all responsible for the impact of our words and actions. If someone tells you
      that your behavior has caused harm, listen with empathy and take responsibility for
      making things right.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>
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      <strong>Respect consent and boundaries.</strong> Consent is an ongoing process, not
      a one-time agreement. Respect others' stated boundaries, and be mindful that silence
      or lack of objection does not equal consent. If someone says "no," asks you to stop,
      or sets a boundary, respect it immediately and without debate.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>
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      <strong>Community members are expected to comply immediately with requests to stop
        harmful behavior.</strong> This includes requests from other community members,
      moderators, or the Code of Conduct Working Group. Refusal to comply may result in
      escalated enforcement actions.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h2 id="restriced-behaviors">
    {% translate "Restricted Behaviors" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#restricted-behaviors">¶</a>
  </h2>

  <p>
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      We agree to restrict the following behaviors in our community. Instances, threats,
      and promotion of these behaviors are violations of this Code of Conduct.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <ul class="simple">
    <li>
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        <strong>Harassment.</strong> Violating explicitly expressed boundaries or
        engaging in unnecessary personal attention after any clear request to stop.
        This includes persistent unwanted questioning (sea-lioning), coordinated
        harassment or brigading, tone policing, and other patterns of behavior
        designed to exhaust, intimidate, or silence community members.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Character attacks.</strong> Making insulting, demeaning, or
        pejorative comments directed at a community member or group of people.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Stereotyping or discrimination.</strong> Characterizing anyone's
        personality or behavior on the basis of immutable identities or traits.
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    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Microaggressions.</strong> Subtle, often unintentional behaviors or
        comments that communicate hostile, derogatory, or negative attitudes toward
        marginalized groups. While individual instances may seem minor, their
        cumulative effect causes real harm.
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    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Sexualization.</strong> Behaving in a way that would generally be
        considered inappropriately intimate in the context or purpose of the
        community.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Violating confidentiality.</strong> Sharing or acting on someone's
        personal or private information without their permission. This includes
        doxxing (publicly sharing private information), unwelcome recording or
        photography, and logging online activity for harassment purposes.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Endangerment.</strong> Causing, encouraging, or threatening violence
        or other harm toward any person or group.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Discouraging involvement.</strong> Acting in ways that discourage
        others' involvement, such as trying to exploit technicalities, repeatedly
        arguing against already made decisions, or questioning others' abilities or
        intents.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        Behaving in other ways that <strong>threaten the well-being</strong> of our
        community.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
  </ul>

  <h3 id="other-restrictions">
    {% translate "Other Restrictions" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#other-restrictions">¶</a>
  </h3>

  <ul class="simple">
    <li>
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        <strong>Misleading identity.</strong> Impersonating someone else for any
        reason, or pretending to be someone else to evade enforcement actions.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Failing to credit sources.</strong> Not properly crediting the
        sources of content you contribute.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Promotional materials.</strong> Sharing marketing or other
        commercial content in a way that is outside the norms of the community.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Irresponsible communication.</strong> Failing to responsibly present
        content which includes, links or describes any other restricted behaviors.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Violating community guidelines.</strong> Failing to follow community
        guidelines for any space covered by the
        <a
          href="https://github.com/django/dsf-working-groups/blob/main/active/online-community.md"
        >Online Community Working Group</a
          >
          or a sponsored event's own Code of Conduct.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Retaliation.</strong> Taking adverse action against someone for
        reporting a violation of this Code of Conduct or participating in an
        investigation.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Bad-faith reporting.</strong> Repeatedly reporting the same or
        similar incidents after they have been deemed not to be violations, or
        otherwise submitting reports intended to harass or burden the working group
        or reported parties.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
  </ul>

  <h2 id="reporting">
    {% translate "Reporting an Issue" %} <a class="plink" href="#reporting">¶</a>
  </h2>

  <p>
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      Tensions can occur between community members even when they are trying their best to
      collaborate. Not every conflict represents a code of conduct violation, and this
      Code of Conduct reinforces encouraged behaviors and norms that can help avoid
      conflicts and minimize harm.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>
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      When an incident does occur, it is important to report it promptly. Please see our
      <a href="https://github.com/django/code-of-conduct/blob/main/reporting-guide.md">
        Reporting Guide</a> for detailed information on how to report a possible violation
      and what to expect during the process.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>
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      The Code of Conduct Working Group takes reports of violations seriously and will make
      every effort to respond in a timely manner. They will investigate all reports, which
      may include reviewing relevant messages, logs, and recordings, or interviewing
      witnesses and other participants. All evidence is handled with care and respect for
      privacy, and access is limited to those directly involved in the investigation.
      The Code of Conduct Working Group will keep investigation and enforcement actions as
      transparent as possible while prioritizing safety and confidentiality. In order to
      honor these values, enforcement actions are carried out in private with the involved
      parties, but communicating to the whole community may be part of a mutually agreed
      upon resolution.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h2 id="addressing-repairing-harm">
    {% translate "Addressing and Repairing Harm" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#addressing-repairing-harm">¶</a>
  </h2>

  <h2 id="addressing-repairing-harm">
    {% translate "Addressing and Repairing Harm" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#addressing-repairing-harm">¶</a>
  </h2>

  <p>
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      When a Code of Conduct violation occurs, the Code of Conduct Working Group uses an
      enforcement ladder to determine appropriate responses based on the severity and
      context of the violation. The goal is to repair harm while maintaining community
      safety and trust.
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  </p>

  <p>
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      We recognize that violations can have disproportionate impact. Behaviors that may
      seem minor to some community members can have a significantly greater impact on
      those from marginalized or underrepresented groups who face these patterns
      repeatedly. We take this into account when addressing incidents.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>{% blocktranslate trimmed %}The enforcement ladder includes the following levels:{% endblocktranslate %}</p>

  <ol>
    <li>
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        <strong>Warning</strong> - A private, written warning from the Code of Conduct
        Working Group.
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    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Temporary Suspension (Short-term)</strong> - A temporary suspension from
        Django community spaces for a defined period (typically 30-90 days).
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    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Temporary Suspension (Extended)</strong> - An extended temporary suspension
        for a longer defined period (typically 90 days or more) with specific conditions
        for return.
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    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Permanent Ban</strong> - Permanent removal from all Django community
        spaces, tools, and communication channels.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
  </ol>

  <p>
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      This enforcement ladder is intended as a guideline. It does not limit the ability of
      the Code of Conduct Working Group to use their discretion and judgment, in keeping
      with the best interests of our community.
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  </p>

  <p>
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      For complete details about our enforcement process, please see our
      <a href="https://github.com/django/code-of-conduct/blob/main/enforcement-ladder.md">
        Enforcement Guide</a>.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h2 id="scope">{% translate "Scope" %} <a class="plink" href="#scope">¶</a></h2>

  <h3 id="django-events">
    {% translate "Django Events" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#django-events">¶</a>
  </h3>

  <p>
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      This Code of Conduct applies to all events sponsored, hosted, or endorsed by the
      Django Software Foundation, including DjangoCon conferences, Django meetups, and
      sprints.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>{% blocktranslate trimmed %}The Code of Conduct applies to the following people at events:{% endblocktranslate %}</p>

  <ul class="simple">
    <li>{% translate "Event staff and organizers" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Django Software Foundation board members" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Speakers and presenters" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Tutorial or workshop leaders" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Sprint leaders and mentors" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Sponsors and exhibitors" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Volunteers" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "All attendees" %}</li>
  </ul>

  <p>{% blocktranslate trimmed %}It applies in all official event spaces, including:{% endblocktranslate %}</p>

  <ul class="simple">
    <li>{% translate "Conference rooms and presentation venues" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Sprint and workshop spaces" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Sponsor and exhibitor areas" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Social events and meal areas" %}</li>
    <li>
      {% translate "Hallways, walkways, and common areas that connect event spaces" %}
    </li>
  </ul>

  <p>
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      It also applies to interactions on official event accounts and platforms, including
      event hashtags, social media, and communication channels.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>
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      Event organizers should refer to our
      <a href="https://github.com/django/code-of-conduct/blob/main/events.md">
        Event Organizer Support Guide</a>
      for requirements and guidance on implementing this Code of Conduct at in-person
      events, including designating CoC contacts, handling on-site reports, and publishing
      event-specific policy extensions.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h3 id="django-online-spaces">
    {% translate "Django Online Spaces" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#django-online-spaces">¶</a>
  </h3>

  <p>
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      This Code of Conduct applies to all Django online spaces covered by the
      <a
        href="https://github.com/django/dsf-working-groups/blob/main/active/online-community.md"
      >Online Community Working Group</a
        >, including:
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <ul class="simple">
    <li>{% translate "Django mailing lists" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Django GitHub repositories, issue trackers, and pull requests" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Official Django social media accounts" %}</li>
    <li>{% translate "Any other online space administered by the Django Software Foundation" %}</li>
  </ul>

  <p>
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      It applies to all community members in these spaces, including administrators,
      maintainers, contributors, and participants.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>
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      The Code of Conduct Working Group will work with the Online Community Working Group
      and moderators to address reported violations and determine appropriate responses.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h3 id="representing-django">
    {% translate "Representing Django" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#representing-django">¶</a>
  </h3>

  <p>
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      This Code of Conduct also applies when individuals are officially representing
      Django in public spaces. Examples include using an official Django email address,
      posting via official Django social media accounts, or acting as an appointed
      representative at online or offline events.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h3 id="community-impact">
    {% translate "Community Impact" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#community-impact">¶</a>
  </h3>

  <p>
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      This Code of Conduct also applies to actions taken outside of these spaces when
      they have a negative impact on community health or safety.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h2 id="responsible-use-ai">
    {% translate "Responsible Use of AI-Generated Content" %}
    <a class="plink" href="#responsible-use-ai">¶</a>
  </h2>

  <p>
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      It's essential to use generative AI technologies thoughtfully and in alignment with
      our shared values of integrity, respect, and authenticity.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <p>{% blocktranslate trimmed %}When using generative AI to contribute to the community:{% endblocktranslate %}</p>

  <ul class="simple">
    <li>
      {% blocktranslate trimmed %}
        <strong>Take ownership of your contributions.</strong> You are responsible for the
        content you share.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Review and revise AI-generated responses before posting.</strong> Ensure
        they reflect your own understanding and voice.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
    <li>
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        <strong>Apply your expertise</strong> to validate that the information is accurate,
        relevant, and helpful.
      {% endblocktranslate %}
    </li>
  </ul>

  <p>
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      These practices support a community built on trust, collaboration, and mutual
      respect. Misuse of AI-generated content is a violation of our Code of Conduct.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h2 id="attribution">
    {% translate "Attribution" %} <a class="plink" href="#attribution">¶</a>
  </h2>

  <p>
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      This Code of Conduct is adapted from the
      <a href="https://www.contributor-covenant.org/version/3/0/">
        Contributor Covenant, version 3.0</a>.
      Our documents and policies are adapted from and inspired by a number of
      <a href="https://github.com/django/code-of-conduct/blob/main/sources.md">
        additional sources</a>.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

  <h2 id="license">{% translate "License" %} <a class="plink" href="#license">¶</a></h2>

  <p>
    {% blocktranslate trimmed %}
      This Code of Conduct is licensed under a
      <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/">
        Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License</a>.
    {% endblocktranslate %}
  </p>

{% endblock %}